Donor Sperm Dilemma Tests a Marriage’s Plan for Parenthood

A husband learns his wife wants to conceive with donor sperm to avoid passing along his inherited nose, sparking a debate about genetics, eugenics, and trust. The advice columnist cautions that decisions about a child’s genetic makeup are deeply personal and should be made jointly, notes that donor conception can still bring unexpected outcomes, and urges couples to navigate hopes, insecurities, and values together rather than rushing to a drastic solution.